SiriusXM hip-hop channels honour The Notorious B.I.G. on 20th anniversary of his death

Twenty years have passed since Christopher Wallace, better known by his stage names The Notorious B.I.G. or Biggie Smalls, was shot and killed in Los Angles. Although rapper was only 24 years old, he had already become a hugely influential figure in hip-hop and his loss was, and still is, felt by millions of fans.

Ask anyone to name the five greatest rappers of all time and the Biggie is always near the top of the list. His delivery, flow, storytelling ability and charisma made him larger than life. His influence on hip-hop is undeniable: even two decades after his death, he is still lauded and beloved by the worldwide hip-hop community.

SiriusXM Backspin, Shade 45 and SiriusXM FLY will honour the icon with special programming on the 20th anniversary of his tragic death, March 9.